TADURAN DEFENDS IBF TITLE AGAINST VALLADARES TODAY IN MEXICO
By Carlos Costa
PhilBoxing.com
Sun, 02 Feb 2020
Filipino IBF World Champion Pedro Taduran weighed-in at 104.6 lbs., while his Mexican challenger Daniel "Cejitas" Valladares made 103.8 pounds ahead of their clash for the IBF Minimumweight World Title today in Guadalupe, Nuevo León, Mexico.
Both men looked in high spirits and top shape for the important battle promoted by Zanfer, set to be broadcast live in Mexico on TV Azteca 7 La Casa del Boxeo, and in Latin America on ESPN Knock Out.
For this world title rumble, the Mexican challenger Valladares has come down to the 105 lbs weight class from the 108 pound division. He has normally fought at 108 pounds or above, scoring telling wins for which has earned the IBF # 1 rank at 108.
Pedro Taduran flexes his muscles at yesterday's weighin.
But in order to challenge the Taduran, Valladares had reduce in weight to 105. The last time he was near 105 was five years ago.
Last September, Valladares was at 108 pounds when he stopped Filipino Christian Araneta; and in his last win eight weeks ago, Valladares was at 110 pounds. Today 103.8 lbs.
In contrast, Taduran is in his perfect combat weight
Will shedding those pounds affect the Mexican? That remains to be seen as local fans can't wait for the sound of the first bell.
May the Best Man Win.
Officials for the rumble are: supervisor Aaron Kizer of the USA. Referee in charge is Wes Welton of Phoenix, Arizona. IBF Judges are John Basile of New York, Ellis Johnson of Texas and California's Mr. J. Davis.
Photos courtesy of Zanfer Promotions
The author Carlos Costa of Panama is a veteran boxing reporter living in Asia since 1991. Carlos can be reached at carlos512@hotmail.com and whatsapp +639184538152.
Click here to view a list of other articles written by Carlos Costa.
Recent PhilBoxing.com In-House articles:
THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 13 JULY 2026: Gassiev Stops Kadiru, Retains WBA Heavy Title; Suslenko Beats Joyce; Ataev Outpoints Uzcategui
By Eric Armit, Tue, 14 Jul 2026Two World Title Fights are added to AJ-Prenga undercard at 'The Comeback' in Jeddah
Tue, 14 Jul 2026Perez willing to have a trilogy with Eman
By Lito delos Reyes, Mon, 13 Jul 2026MANILA ROARS BACK: THE REYES CUP AND PHILIPPINES OPEN POOL CHAMPIONSHIP RETURN FOR 2026
Mon, 13 Jul 2026Jayr Raquinel Avenges Compatriots with First-Round Stoppage Over Kenbun Torres in Osaka
By Dong Secuya, Mon, 13 Jul 2026IBA President Umar Kremlev backs Gassiev for heavyweight unification fights after IBA Pro 19 title defence
Mon, 13 Jul 2026Chess Kings rules Pacquiao rapid chess team tournament
By Marlon Bernardino, Mon, 13 Jul 2026P1 million at stake in DC Trail Ultra
By Lito delos Reyes, Mon, 13 Jul 2026Gabriel Santisima Retains WBO Asia-Pacific Title with First-Round Knockout Win
Sun, 12 Jul 2026Sumabong wins OPBF, WBO Asia Pacific titles
By Lito delos Reyes, Sun, 12 Jul 2026Cebuana Lhuillier-backed Philippine Blu Girls Ready to Take on the World’s Best at WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup 2026
By Marlon Bernardino, Sun, 12 Jul 2026Germo, Turno rule 34th Yakult 10-Miler Trilogy Davao
By Lito delos Reyes, Sun, 12 Jul 20261st Grandmaster Eugene Torre Open Standard Chess Tournament
By Marlon Bernardino, Sun, 12 Jul 2026Murat Gassiev retains WBA heavyweight title at the spectacular IBA Pro 19
Sun, 12 Jul 2026Unbeaten John Michael Zulueta Headlines Highland Show July 25 in Thailand, LIVE on TrillerTV
By Carlos Costa, Sun, 12 Jul 2026